Fiber based laser welding system employing a quick release wire feed mechanism

The laser welding system addresses unsafe operation, uneven energy distribution, and heavy weight issues by using a sensor-controlled beam direction, triangular wave energy distribution, and lightweight cooling, along with a quick-release wire feed mechanism.

WO2026143027A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-07-02SHERRILL JAMES VIG +2
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Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
SHERRILL JAMES VIG
Filing Date
2025-12-22
Publication Date
2026-07-02

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Technical Problem

Existing laser welding systems face issues such as unsafe operation due to misdirection of the laser beam, uneven energy distribution, heavy weight, inefficient wire feed mechanisms, and rapid degradation of optical components.

Method used

The system incorporates a sensor-based control mechanism to ensure the laser beam is directed correctly, uses a triangular wave pattern for energy distribution, employs lightweight graphene foam for cooling, and features a quick-release wire feed mechanism.

Benefits of technology

Ensures safe operation by preventing misdirection, provides uniform energy distribution, reduces device weight, and facilitates easy wire feed assembly changes.

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Abstract

A laser welding system for welding a target workpiece arrangement is provided. The design includes a quick release wire feed mechanism for use with a welding gun and includes a shaft, an adapter configured to fit with and connect to a tab provided on the welding gun, wherein the adapter comprises at least one open region configured to receive the shaft, a support bracket configured to fit with the adapter and maintain wire feed hardware, and a release lever attached to the shaft. The release lever and the shaft secure the support bracket to the adapter.
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